Minnesota dog goes Hollywood in Shaggy remake

Whether or not you've seen the remake, The Shaggy Dog, you've certainly seen the ads on TV. Ever wonder who the dog is and where he or she came from? (Or am I the only one who wonders about such things?)

Cole is the son of a show champion and four-legged thespian who stole the show in a community theater version of Annie. His dad is ready for celebrity status with a name that requires explanation. Just like Ralph Fiennes (pronounced "Rafe Fines") or S. Epatha Merkerson (pronounced "e-Pay-tha"), the Cole's father's name is Owain (pronounced Owen.)

Cole was so capable, that unlike other dog movies where a whole bunch of dog actors are needed because each does a single thing very well, Cole did most of his own work. "He's a smart, eager to learn, eager to perform type of dog," said Jane Tadsen, the human companion of Cole's dad.

So, where is Cole's father, Owain, while his son is living the high life in Hollywood? Back on the farm in Green Isle, MN looking after Cole's brothers and sisters.

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